Fine Wine Inventory & Authentication Specialist

Acker; Valley Cottage (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and long

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO and holidays

Additional paid week off each summer

Exclusive employee wine discounts

Job summary

Acker, America’s oldest and most respected wine merchant, seeks a Fine Wine Warehouse Specialist to support inventory, inspection, and authentication of rare wines. This role involves learning to input data into our wine database and assisting with receiving and packing in a temperature-controlled environment.

You will gain hands-on exposure to renowned bottles through auctions and retail inventory, working with authentication specialists and traveling to offsite cellars as required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Highly organized and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Inventory wines based on appellation, region, vineyard, producer, and vintage to build deep knowledge of fine and rare wine.
• Inspect products for defects or damages.
• Receive training in authenticating wines.
• Perform in-house inspections of wine and spirits.
• Maintain accurate daily records using warehouse management and inventory databases.
• Oversee receiving and unpacking of incoming products and travel to offsite wine cellar locations as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Highly organized

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

WSET or wine education

Job description

Acker, America’s oldest and most respected wine merchant, seeks a Fine Wine Warehouse Specialist to support inventory, inspection, and authentication of rare wines. This role involves learning to input data into our wine database and assisting with receiving and packing in a temperature-controlled environment.

You will gain hands-on exposure to renowned bottles through auctions and retail inventory, working with authentication specialists and traveling to offsite cellars as required.